SOC 47-2152 · National · May 2024 OEWS Data
The national median salary for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters is $62,962 per year ($30.27/hr) according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2024. The middle 50% of earners make between $48,859 and $81,890 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $105,144 per year. There are approximately 455,940 plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters employed in the United States.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| P10 | $19.55 | $40,664 |
| P25 | $23.49 | $48,859 |
| P50MEDIAN | $30.27 | $62,962 |
| P75 | $39.37 | $81,890 |
| P90 | $50.55 | $105,144 |
Manufacturing openings fell 71K, the first decline in three months. Quit rates continue to fall. The market is clearly easing with less urgency to stretch offers.
The national median salary for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters is $62,962 per year ($30.27/hr) according to BLS OEWS May 2024 data. The middle 50% earn between $48,859 and $81,890 annually.
The 90th percentile salary for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters is $105,144 per year ($50.55/hr). The 75th percentile is $81,890 per year.
Entry-level Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters (10th percentile) earn approximately $40,664 per year ($19.55/hr). The 25th percentile is $48,859 per year.
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